Relationship between diagnostic accuracy and self-confidence among medical students when using Google search: A mixed-method study

This study underscores the value of using Google search in medical education to enhance diagnostic skills and confidence. The improvement in accuracy and confidence among students demonstrates the supportive role of Google search in clinical reasoning and education. This highlights the need for educators to teach discernment in information analysis to ensure optimal use of CDSS in medical training. Proper integration of these tools is crucial for developing future physicians capable of effectively navigating vast amounts of medical data.

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PLoS ONE
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2025-09-19
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https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0332918
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Innovations in Medical Education
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Relationship between diagnostic accuracy and self-confidence among medical students when using Google search: A mixed-method study

Kosuke Ishizuka, Daiki Yokokawa, Yasutaka Yanagita, Kiyoshi Shikino
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Relationship between diagnostic accuracy and self-confidence among medical students when using Google search: A mixed-method study

Kosuke Ishizuka, Daiki Yokokawa, Yasutaka Yanagita, Kiyoshi Shikino
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This study underscores the value of using Google search in medical education to enhance diagnostic skills and confidence. The improvement in accuracy and confidence among students demonstrates the supportive role of Google search in clinical reasoning and education. This highlights the need for educators to teach discernment in information analysis to ensure optimal use of CDSS in medical training. Proper integration of these tools is crucial for developing future physicians capable of effectively navigating vast amounts of medical data.

PLoS ONEVol. 20(9)
Chiba University (JP), Chiba University Hospital (JP), Yokohama City University (JP)
Openalex Percentile: Top 66%
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